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SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to let members know that Brian from Beeline Supplies will be joining us at our club field day on 14 February 2026. \nBrian will be bringing a selection of beekeeping equipment and varroa treatments\, along with exclusive specials for club members\, both for pre-order and on the day. \nMember Pre-Order Specials (15% off)\n\nPink semi-vented suitsUse code: PRETTY IN PINK\n3-layer jacketsUse code: 3 LAYER JACKET CBK\n\nOn-the-Day Specials\n\n20% off 3-layer gloves (limited sizes)\nOther gloves: $20 per pair\n20-litre pail with honey gate and double sieve (extendable handles): $65\nDrip trays (complete): $38\nPlus more available on the day\n\nWebsite Orders – Delivered to the Field Day (Freight Free)\nMembers are welcome to place orders via the website and have them brought to the field day at no extra cost. \nHow to order: \n\nProceed to checkout on the website\nSelect Pick up in store under Payment Method\nIn the Notes section\, please write: “Bring to the club”\n\n🗓 Order cut-off date: 11 February 2026 \n👉 Visit: www.beelinesupplies.co.nz \nWe’re grateful to Brian for supporting our club and look forward to seeing members take advantage of these great offers on the day.
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-25/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day
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SUMMARY:Queen Rearing Course
DESCRIPTION:The club will be hosting a Queen Rearing Course on Saturday\, 21 February\, starting at 9:30 am\, held at the club. \nJeff will be running the course and will cover how to graft your own queens. Queen rearing can be one of the most rewarding skills in beekeeping — and if you do well\, you may even go home with a new queen. \nWhat to Bring\n\nBee suit\nPen and paper for notes\nYour own lunch\n\n☕ Tea and coffee will be provided. \nCost\n\nClub members: $70.00\nNon-members: $120.00\n\nPayment Details\nPayment must be made prior to attending the course. \n\nBank account: 03-0767-0323307\nPlease include your name and phone number as reference.\n\nBooking Confirmation\nTo confirm your place\, text your name to Jeff on 0210 734 148.Confirmation by text is essential. \n⚠️ This is the only queen course being run this season. \nCome and enjoy the challenge of one of beekeeping’s finest arts 🐝
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/queen-rearing-course/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Robinson":MAILTO:alpinebee@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:AFB Recognition Course
DESCRIPTION:A powerful tool in the fight against AFB is education. Our training courses inform beekeepers of their legal obligations and equip them to identify AFB and eliminate it from their beekeeping operations using best practice methods. Courses cover everything beekeepers need to know from disease identification to the destruction of AFB-infected equipment. \nhttps://www.nzbb.org.nz/courses/p/christchurchfeb2026
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/afb-recognition-course/
LOCATION:NTA McLeans Island Campus\, 890 McLeans Island Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8051\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NZ Bee Health & Biosecurity":MAILTO:training@nzbb.org.nz
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